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Deft's position in the rankings has left many spectators unsatisfied.
In the League of Legends community, there are always rankings formulated by experts to assess the strength of teams and players. These rankings are mostly for reference but sometimes spark debates due to their subjective nature.
Recently, an annual ranking has been released to evaluate each position in the upcoming 2023 season. The most contentious is the Xayah rankings for the 2023 season. This ranking, specific to the LCK region, has stirred frustration among many Korean fans, especially concerning Deft - the reigning champion of Worlds 2022.
Specifically, the former DRX Xayah finds himself ranked 4th in this power ranking, trailing behind Viper, Gumayusi, and Aiming. It's important to note Deft's significant contributions during DRX's Worlds 2022 campaign. His stability alongside BeryL proved crucial in empowering the young top laners to shine. Even when facing T1, Gumayusi couldn't outshine Deft.
Furthermore, Viper - the newcomer to Hanwha Life Esports, has also proven to be a nemesis for Deft when EDward Gaming clashed with DRX. Meanwhile, Aiming has never been a reliable choice, often exhibiting perplexing plays in decisive matches. Many LCK spectators express dissatisfaction with this ranking, as Deft is rated lower than the aforementioned three young players.
These rankings are just a preview for the 2023 season, as mentioned earlier, and serve as reference only. The new season will officially kick off in the new year, providing LCK fans with a clearer assessment of their top players.
